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Many assume that democracies are better than non-democracies for environmentally sustainable development, but Peter Burnell says it’s time to question that assumption

Obama administration to cut 16% for climate change research. Interview with Mark Hertsgaard, author of the book, HOT – Living through the next 50 years on earth http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHIzB_genNI&

People hardly consider climate as a problem; too much rain or very hot summers are just a natural phenomenon for them. What they’re really concerned about is the high cost of the electrical bills or the poor job done by the municipal department in keeping the drains working. Government is then […]

Peter Burnell outlines his thoughts on the two concerns of democratization and climate change.

In his first in-depth interview since the theft of UEA emails, the scientist blames inertia and democracy for lack of action. read more